E-bikes on Silver Falls State Park
Willamette Valley, Oregon · Marion · Managed by Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
✅ All e-bike classes allowed
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Which classes: Class 1, 2 and 3 (wherever bikes are allowed)
The rules
E-bikes may use park roads and any trail open to bicycles. Trails closed to bicycles (hiking-only) stay closed to e-bikes. Day-use parking permit required.
What the official source says:
Electric-assist bicycles (e-bikes) are now allowed on trails where other bicycles are allowed unless specifically prohibited at Oregon State Parks.
Source: Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
📞 Call ahead: 503-873-8681 (rules and closures change)
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Gear for this ride
- Thule EasyFold XT 2 hitch rackFolding 2-bike hitch rack rated for 65 lb per bike — enough for most e-bikes. Check your bike's weight first.
- Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini U-lockKryptonite's top-rated U-lock, Sold Secure Gold, for trailheads and town stops.
- Cygolite Metro Plus 800 headlight800-lumen USB-rechargeable headlight for dusk rides and tunnels.
- Lumos Ultra E-Bike helmetNTA 8776-certified for e-bike speeds, with built-in front, rear and turn-signal lights.
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Oregon's e-bike classes
Oregon has three e-bike classes: Class 1 (pedal-assist to 20 mph), Class 2 (throttle, cuts out at 20 mph) and Class 3 (pedal-assist to 28 mph, with a speedometer). Oregon e-bike laws →
Not sure which class you have? E-bike classes explained →
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